Animal Husbandary Techniques Non Ruminant

1. Identify and apply appropriate animal husbandry techniques for non-ruminant animals.
2. Manage egg and broiler production cycles effectively.
3. Implement pig multiplication and fattening strategies.
4. Apply disease prevention and control measures in poultry and pig rearing.
5. Formulate and mill feeds for optimal animal nutrition.
6. Identify breeds of poultry, pigs and rabbits.
7. Apply proper handling and restraining techniques for poultry and pigs.
8. Manage stress during handling of pigs.

13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1: Production of Eggs and Broiler Chickens/Table and Hatchable Eggs

   • Unit 1: Production of Eggs and Broiler Chickens/Table and Hatchable Eggs · 2 hours

     Read the introduction to understand the egg production cycle and broiler management.. Review the objectives to identify key learning outcomes.. Study the different phases of egg production (small chicks, growers, layers).. Understand the management practices for chicks, including brooder setup and temperature control..

2. Week 2Module 1: Production of Eggs and Broiler Chickens/Table and Hatchable Eggs

   • Unit 1: Production of Eggs and Broiler Chickens/Table and Hatchable Eggs · 2 hours

     Study the feeding guidelines for exotic chickens (broilers and layers).. Learn about the management of layers, including air circulation, feeding, and egg collection.. Review the checklist for setting up the brooder and acclimating chicks.. Understand the importance of temperature, water, and feed for day-old chicks..

3. Week 3Module 1: Production of Eggs and Broiler Chickens/Table and Hatchable Eggs

   • Unit 1: Production of Eggs and Broiler Chickens/Table and Hatchable Eggs · 2 hours

     Continue monitoring chicks' growth and adjusting brooder temperature.. Learn about the importance of grit and perches for chicks.. Socialize with chicks to acclimate them to human interaction.. Understand the process of switching to pine shavings and raising the height of waterer and feeder..

4. Week 4Module 1: Production of Eggs and Broiler Chickens/Table and Hatchable Eggs

   • Unit 1: Production of Eggs and Broiler Chickens/Table and Hatchable Eggs · 2 hours

     Learn about introducing chicks to the pen and reducing brooder temperature.. Understand the process of separating the sexes (cockerels and pullets).. Begin mixing in adult chicken feed and switching to larger feeders and waterers.. Acclimate chicks to the coop and establish a daily routine for outdoor time..

5. Week 5Module 2: Production/Multiplication of Pigs

   • Unit 2: Production/Multiplication of Pigs · 2 hours

     Study the feeding regime for pigs, including protein-rich feeds and clean water.. Understand the importance of balanced nutrition for growth, reproduction, and health.. Learn about the different production systems of the swine industry.. Understand the general and multiplication/breeding procedures of pigs..

6. Week 6Module 2: Production/Multiplication of Pigs

   • Unit 2: Production/Multiplication of Pigs · 2 hours

     Study the management of breeding stock, including boars and gilts/sows.. Understand the importance of exercise and flushing for breeding pigs.. Learn about the breeding cycle, including heat signs and recommended practices.. Study the procedures for farrowing and birth management, including preparing the farrowing pen..

7. Week 7Module 2: Production/Multiplication of Pigs

   • Unit 2: Production/Multiplication of Pigs · 2 hours

     Learn about piglet management, including care of newborn piglets, teeth trimming, and anaemia prevention.. Understand the importance of tail cutting, heating, and creep feeding for piglets.. Study the weaning process, including types of weaning and steps taken at weaning sow and piglets..

8. Week 8Module 3: Fattening of Pigs

   • Unit 3: Fattening of Pigs · 2 hours

     Study the procedures for fattening of pigs, including feed mixture, water supply, and feeding frequency.. Understand the importance of a balanced diet for growth and health.. Discuss the basic principle or act of raising grass-cutter and snails.. Learn about the rearing pen and handling techniques for grass-cutters..

9. Week 9Module 4: Production of Micro-Livestock (Rabbits, Grass Cutters and Snails)

   • Unit 4: Production of Micro-Livestock (Rabbits, Grass Cutters and Snails) · 2 hours

     Study the requirements for successful snail farming, including temperature, day-length, and air humidity.. Learn about the principles required for raising mini-livestock.. Identify different breeds of poultry, pigs and rabbits.. Study the parameters for identification, including color, comb, feathers, and weight..

10. Week 10Module 5: Identification of Breeds of Poultry, Pigs and Rabbits

    • Unit 5: Identification of Breeds of Poultry, Pigs and Rabbits · 2 hours

      Learn about the breeds of poultry, including Jersey Giant, New Hampshire, and Plymouth Rock.. Study the breeds of pigs, including Berkshire, Chester White, and Duroc.. Understand the breeds of rabbits, including New Zealand, Californian, and Champagne D'argente.. Explain handling and restraining poultry for physical examination, vaccination, blood collection or weight taking..

11. Week 11Module 6: Handling and Restraining Poultry and How to Carry Rabbits

    • Unit 6: Handling and Restraining Poultry and How to Carry Rabbits · 2 hours

      Learn about the importance of practical observation in the farms.. Study the pig handling tips, including use of voice, touch, and food.. Understand the procedures for handling and restraining pigs for inspection and oral treatments.. Study the management of stress during handling of pigs..

12. Week 12Module 7: Pig Handling Tips- Use of Voice, Touch and Food/Handling and Restraining Pigs for Inspection and Oral Treatments

    • Unit 7: Pig Handling Tips- Use of Voice, Touch and Food/Handling and Restraining Pigs for Inspection and Oral Treatments · 2 hours

      Study the management of ecto-parasites in poultry and pigs.. Understand the descriptions and treatments for poultry lice, mites, and internal parasites.. Learn about the control of vice-habits, including de-beaking, de-spuring, and de-clawing.. Study the rearing and management skills of day-old chicks, broilers, layers, cockerels and turkeys..

13. Week 13Module 8: Managing Stress during Handling of Pigs

    • Unit 8: Managing Stress during Handling of Pigs · 2 hours

      Study the techniques for enhancing animal performance.. Understand the available biotechnologies for enhancing animal performance.. Learn about rodent control methods.. Study the procedures for poultry and pig house hygiene..

    • Unit 9: Management of Ecto Parasites in Poultry and Pigs · 2 hours

      Review the course materials and practical assignments.. Prepare for the final examination.. Complete any outstanding assignments or projects..